About Us

FOUNDER & TREASURER | Sarah holds a Masters in Political Science and worked in various levels of government from 2004-2021. In 2021, she took a half step out of government to run a state association that serves Oregon's county-based public health agencies. In this capacity, she advocates for public health policy and funding in the Oregon State Legislature and within the Oregon Executive Branch. She believes strongly that government should make people's lives better and be accountable, transparent, and good stewards of taxpayer dollars. She founded The Public Health PAC to amplify the voices of public health advocates and elevate issues that are rarely prioritized, recognizing that if you want things to change, you need to change the things you do first to get a different outcome.

BOARD MEMBER | Jenny Abeling holds a Bachelor's degree in Public Health from San Francisco State University and has been working the last two decades for county, state and federal health programs. She brings years of unwavering dedication to advocacy and caring for our communities. A seasoned executive and nationally recognized force, she has relentlessly championed the rights of aged and disabled persons, believing that when we elevate those that are historically unseen and unheard all communities thrive.

BOARD MEMBER | Former Oregon State Representative and retired public health nurse.

BOARD MEMBER | Mika holds a Masters in Health Promotion and currently works for the Oregon Advocacy Commissions Office where she is leading the work on HB 4052 which declares racism as a public health emergency. Mika has always been involved in public health efforts ranging from the COVID vaccine rollout to addressing food insecurity during her undergraduate studies. She is incredibly passionate about local political engagement as well and is excited to be part of The Public Health PAC!